Aberdeen is one of the most recognized and awarded cities in the country. We have received national acknowledgement of our service to youth, the strength of our educational offerings, the quality of our public parks and facilities, and the strength of our economy in times of weakness elsewhere. People who live here or moved here can "Write Their Story" in a growing and inviting environment.  

In Aberdeen, there are several agencies and organizations here to help you "write your story" in our community. A complete listing for you to explore is to the left and several organization descriptions are below:

Agency Name: City of Aberdeen

Mission Statement: We will, for the betterment of the people, shape a future with a positive environment through stewardship and collaborative leadership.

Contact Person: Lynn Lander, Aberdeen City Manager

Agency Name: Aberdeen Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

Mission Statement: To increase the amount of visitor activity that occurs in the Aberdeen area.

Contact Person: Brenda Moore, Executive Director

Agency Name: Aberdeen Development Corporation

Mission Statement: Dedicate efforts to maintain and promote primary job creation in the City of Aberdeen and Brown County. The Aberdeen Development Corporation assists others with like missions.

Contact Person: James C. Barringer, Executive Vice President

Agency Name: Aberdeen Area Chamber of Commerce

Mission Statement: To serve as the leading business advocate for the economic health and vitality of our members, our community and the greater Aberdeen Area.

Contact Person: Gail L. Ochs, President

Agency Name: Aberdeen Downtown Association/Business Improvement District/Aberdeen Parking Board

Mission Statement: Creating Vitality in the Heart of Aberdeen

Contact Person: Margot Gillette, Executive Director

Agency Name: Absolutely! Aberdeen and & Prairie Vision

Mission/Vision: “Accelerating the Growth of Aberdeen and the Region!” A growth initiative doing business by collaboration, gap analysis, and other nontraditional business tools.

Contact Person: Julie Johnson, Executive Director